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5 top picks for a west coast road trip between Auckland and the Kauri Coast
Winding up the west coast from Auckland City to Northland, this road trip takes in remarkable landscapes, art, heritage and creative spaces. We've picked our top five things to see and do along the way. Read the story . . .
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5 top picks for a coastal road trip between Auckland and the Bay of Islands
Head north from Central Auckland to discover the best of the rest in North Auckland and Northland. These are the top five spots worth stopping for. Read the story . . .
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Get outdoors: 5 natural attractions to explore between West Auckland and the Kauri Coast
Auckland's west coast is synonymous with wild, black-sand beaches and you'll experience plenty of these on your road trip north to the Kauri Coast, along with gannets, stunning native forest and rustic hot springs. Read the story . . .
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Seven lovely lighthouses to visit around New Zealand
Lighthouses are intriguing places. Rich in history, they are pinpoints that mark wild and often remote spots around New Zealand’s coastline. We’ve picked seven lighthouses to discover around the country… Read the story . . .
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Eight Must-Do walks to check out around New Zealand this summer
From short city strolls to more challenging coastal climbs, we’ve picked eight walks around New Zealand to check out before the end of summer. Read the story . . .
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13 Kiwi Gems to tick off before the end of summer
Make the most of the last weeks of summer by ticking off some of these fantastic Kiwi Gems around New Zealand. Read the story . . .
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Don't miss these six Kiwi Gems on the Twin Coast Discovery Highway
This epic road trip covers the best of Northland – running from Auckland City to Cape Rēinga, and taking in both dramatic coastlines. Find six Kiwi Gems to discover along the way. Read the story . . .
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13 free Kiwi Gems to discover on your next North Island road trip
Travel can be expensive. But we've picked 13 Kiwi Gems around the North Island that you can discover on your next road trip – for free! Read the story . . .
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11 secret spots around New Zealand you didn't know existed
From untouched forest to freshwater lakes, secret beaches and secluded islands, we guarantee you won't have discovered all 11 of these Kiwi Gems. Read the story . . .
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Spend the day on Urupukapuka Island
Urupukapuka Island in the Bay of Islands is ringed by dreamy white sand beaches, warm, clear water for snorkelling, beachside campsites and walking tracks winding through long grass. Read the story . . .
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Te Paki Coastal Track: a taste of the Far North
Following the rugged coastline of Cape Rēinga, the Te Paki Coastal Track takes in some of the best beaches in the Far North Region. Read the story . . .
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Climb Mount Parihaka
Rising 241 metres above Whangārei, Mount Parihaka is a significant Māori pā site, with spectacular views across the city. Read the story . . .
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Get away from it all at Kai Iwi Lakes
Summer camping at Northland’s Kai Iwi Lakes is a quintessential Kiwi experience. Read the story . . .
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Six spectacular short walks for spring
Get back in touch with nature this spring. From coastal walkways to native forest trails; hidden waterfalls to ancient volcanoes, New Zealand is packed with short walks suitable for all levels of fitness. Read the story . . .
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Get outdoors: 10 wonderful winter walks
Winter doesn’t have to be a season of total hibernation. With some planning, safety precautions and sensible gear you can still enjoy the outdoors. We’ve picked out 10 short walks around New Zealand to get you inspired. Read the story . . .
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Waipōua Forest
There are just glimpses left of what New Zealand would have looked like before the coming of the axe and the crosscut-saw. But you can get a sense of it in the Waipōua Forest. Read the story . . .
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